HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Nov 13: The India Game Developer Conference (IGDC), organised by the Game Developer Association of India (GDAI), is set to return for its 16th edition from November 13-15 at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC).
Recognised as one of the top three gaming developer conferences globally, IGDC 2024 will bring together over 20,000 attendees, 250 speakers, and over 150 sessions led by global gaming icons and founders of leading video gaming companies.
The conference will feature policy roundtables with IT ministers from various states and global gaming experts to discuss strategic initiatives for India’s gaming industry. Attendees can expect potential investment discussions worth over $100 million in Indian video gaming, facilitated by 100+ investor-publisher meetings.
The three-day event will also host an expansive expo of top gaming companies and indie developers, and include workshops, networking sessions, and the IGDC Awards Night on November 14th. Key sessions will cover emerging trends and innovations, featuring industry leaders such as Jordan Weisman, Tim Morten, and Bryce Johnson.
According to Sridhar Muppidi, Chairperson of GDAI, “IGDC is a vital platform for developers, investors, and policymakers to collaborate and elevate India’s position in the global gaming industry.”
With its comprehensive agenda, IGDC 2024 aims to further India’s role as a game development hub, fostering policy support, talent growth, and international collaboration.